News and FAQs about creative surrounds and home and office organising

 

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News


October 2011 – The Daily Telegraph – Great Buys Section

An expert in clutter is at your disposal - Linda Eagleton has frequently seen the value of clearing out hoarded clutter from living spaces.
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Spring 2011 – Living Local Magazine

Spring Cleaning, It’s time to get organised, spring has arrived! – Being organised saves time, improves your mood and reduces stress. I spoke with Linda Eagleton who runs Creative Surrounds, a personal organising service, about how to get started and how to maintain a tidy household.
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September 2011 – The North Shore Time

One week to get a home in top order –The home should be a haven, but what happens when busy parents need refuge from the refuge?
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May 2011 – The Daily Telegraph – Home Section

Not Just for the Car - Be ruthless with the clutter, install an effective wall storage system and reclaim your garage. Linda Eagleton founder of Creative Surrounds says the garage is one of the toughest areas to sort though.
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February 2011 – Hornsby and Upper North Shore Advocate, and Northern District Times

Remove clutter and start your restyling adventure - Styling your home can be done on any budget. Linda Eagleton from Creative Surrounds, a home organising and styling business, said it doesn't have to cost a fortune.
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December 2010 – Sydney Home Magazine

Letting Go of Clutter - To help you take charge of your clutter and get things looking spick and span for the holiday season, Professional Organiser Linda Eagleton has some helpful tips on how to get started.
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2nd September 2010 – Manly Daily

Being organised doesn’t have to be a problem  - It’s spring, the season of blooms and babies. It’s also the time to clean out the cupboards, wardrobes, pantry and tackle the paperwork piling up in the office.
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28th January 2010 – Manly Daily

Chucking out, responsibly - General clean-up days are a great way to declutter but too many of us have developed a habit of dumping perfectly good items out on the street that could be of use to somebody else.
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29th October 2009 – Manly Daily

They Bring Order to Your Home – How organised are you? If findings from a recent survey carried out by national think tank the Australia Institute are any indication, you could well be in a bit of a mess on the home front.
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4th September 2009 – North Shore Times

It’s Time to Declutter - Spring is a time for fresh beginnings. Professional organiser Linda Eagleton said there was no better time for decluttering your home or work space.
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September 2009 – Fitness First Magazine

A Life Decluttered - What do you get when seven eager professional organisers gather to declutter a competition winner’s kitchen and wardrobe? A full day of fun, and one very organised home!
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April 2009 – Home Buddies

How to Get Your Kids Organised - As the old saying goes ‘prevention is better than cure’. When organising a house with kids this rings true.
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Faqs

What is a Professional Organiser?
An angel from heaven! Professional Organisers provide ideas, information, solutions, systems and tools to assist you in regaining control of a cluttered home or office space. Professional Organisers provide a wide range of customised solutions to meet client’s individual needs.
How long does it take to get organised?
Every situation is individual and it depends on your goals. Call us today to discuss your needs and how we can help.
Will you make me throw things out?
No. We don’t want you living in a space that is void of your personality. Our aim is to ask the right questions and give you the skills to be able to decide what you need to live the life you want.
How do you charge?
Call Creative Surrounds today to discuss a package that will suit your needs.
Do I need a Professional Organiser?
Imagine walking into your home – now notice your mood. Are you anxious, tense or stressed? Do you feel overwhelmed? If so, you could definitely use the guidance of a Professional Organiser. Some people simply need motivation and direction, others need step-by-step action – whatever your situation, we can help you achieve your goals!
What about confidentiality?
Creative Surrounds guarantees complete confidentiality. Your personal private business is exactly that. We are a member of the Australasian Association of Professional Organisers (AAPO) and adhere to their strict Code of Ethics.
What if my space is the worst you’ve ever seen?
Trust us, it won’t be!
It's not about a quick-fix, but rather, setting up manageable systems.